Punakh

Punakh is a village located in Goradih subdivision of Bhagalpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Goradih (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Bhagalpur. As per 2009 stats, Mohanpur is the gram panchayat of Punakh village.

Punakh has its own place in the vibrant Bhagalpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Punakh

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punakh is 239983. The village spans a total geographical area of 72 hectares. Bhagalpur is nearest town to Punakh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Punakh

Below is a concise population overview of Punakh as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,730 944 786
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 353 197 156
Scheduled Castes (SC) 143 69 74
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 667 441 226
Illiterate Population 1,063 503 560

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punakh village:

  • The total population of Punakh village is around 1,730, including approximately 944 males and 786 females, with a sex ratio of 832 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 353 children aged 0–6 years in Punakh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Punakh village has 143 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Punakh village is about 38.55%, with male literacy at 46.72% and female literacy at 28.75%.
  • There are around 371 households in Punakh village.

Connectivity of Punakh

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punakh. As per the 2011 stats, Punakh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Punakh

Knowing the nearby villages of Punakh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punakh.

Jagarnathpur Kharwa Ganaura Tahbalpur Sadi Salempur Faridpur Mohanpur Bhojpur Ram Chandarpur Babhangawan Milki

Frequently Asked Questions about Punakh

Where is Punakh located?
Punakh village is situated in Goradih Subdivision, within the Bhagalpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punakh?
The Gram Panchayat of Punakh is Mohanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Punakh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punakh is 1,730, with 944 males and 786 females.
How many households are there in Punakh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Punakh village has a total of 371 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punakh as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punakh is 38.55%. The male literacy rate is 46.72%, while the female literacy rate is 28.75%.